Iconic, stained glass ‘Watertower’ above Brooklyn Bridge Park dismantled

On Tuesday morning, crews began dismantling "Watertower 3: R.V. Ingersoll," the iconic plexiglass and steel sculpture that has sat atop 334 Furman Street since 2014. Artist Tom Fruin is overseeing the project to protect the piece while the Brooklyn Bridge Park administrative building undergoes a top-to-bottom renovation.

During its time off-site, the artwork will be rehabilitated to repair damage from over a decade of exposure to the elements. Park officials stated the renovation will also allow for an expanded Education Center within the building. The beloved sculpture is expected to return to its prominent position overlooking the BQE and the Promenade by fall 2027.

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